Teradyne Robotics and Siemens have announced a strategic collaboration to establish a robotics showcase at the MxD innovation center in Chicago, Illinois. MxD, a non-profit organization focused on digital manufacturing and cybersecurity, is set to host advanced demonstrations of automation technology as part of the partnership. The initiative aims to demonstrate the future of industrial automation by integrating AI-driven robotics use cases.
Siemens, a founding member of MxD, will leverage its expertise in industrial automation alongside Teradyne Robotics’ experience in robotics solutions. Ujjwal Kumar, Group President of Teradyne Robotics, emphasized that the advancements in automation will emerge from cross-technology collaborations rather than individual companies. This partnership builds on earlier joint initiatives and strengthens the role of Teradyne Robotics, which includes collaborative robot company Universal Robots and autonomous mobile robot company MiR, as a key partner in North America.
The collaboration will highlight various robotics and automation solutions from both companies, including the Universal Robots UR5e cobot and new-generation UR20 and UR30 models, alongside MiR’s mobile robots. These technologies will be displayed in a factory-like setup, providing insights into their applications in industries such as consumer-packaged goods, aerospace, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Additionally, the companies are working to enhance the interoperability of their systems. Universal Robots has integrated the Standard Robot Command Interface (SRCI) to improve connectivity with Siemens’ SIMATIC Automation system, and MiR is collaborating with Siemens’ SIMOVE platform to streamline the integration of mobile robots. Earlier in 2024, the two companies also introduced AI-enabled robotics advancements to address challenges in intra-logistics fulfillment, combining Siemens’ AI vision technology with Universal Robots’ cobots for enhanced robotic picking solutions.
